Macroareas
Science in Cooking
Taste the Night
For one night only, set your five senses free and begin the tour of the researchers’ world at the table: make yourself at home in our laboratories; find out which plants changed the world’s history; discover the products of the land and be surprised by the new technological strategies employed in food safety. An engaging itinerary, showing us the culinary delights suggested by our chefs of research. On September 23rd, science will have much more flavor!
Science in Virtual Realities
Plug into the Cyber-Night
Are you ready for a breathtaking experience between reality and the virtual world? Be a pilot and enjoy the opportunity to pilot an airplane thanks to flight simulators! And then, visit surreal places with a new generation robot! Come and see the futuristic prototype of a mobile phone! Netsurf as if you were in Aquileia’s great thermal baths! If you have always wanted to stretch your imagination…this is the night!
Science in the Human Body
The Night heals and regenerates
Meet the athlete you love most and get tips on how to become a champion! Put yourself to the test and see how you would react in case of an emergency! Observe the human cells with a microscope! Explore the world of regenerative medicine and the innovative field of tissues engineering! Discover the latest therapies which cure particular illnesses and allergies. That night medicine and technology will come together to surprise you: are you ready to be tested?
Special Events
European Corner
The staff will be expecting you at the European Corner, the hub of the Night’s activities! Here you can find all the information you need so that you can enjoy the event at its best.
At the European Corner you will find:
- THE HELP DESK: an information desk where you can find out about the European Commission, our sponsors and partners! Here you can discover who Marie Cure was and what ‘Marie Curie Actions’ are thanks to the “Marie Curie Quiz”! Download the file and take it with you to the European Corner on September 23rd!
- INFOtoNIGHT: is the heart of the night. It’s the place where you can find out more about the Night’s activities. Here you can sign up and take part in the Night’s different activities and VOTE in the “May the best stand win” competition! Be in the draw to win an amazing prize! Have you found the three ‘celebrities’ for the competition “Stick &Win”? Hand in the completed entry form with the three stickers and discover what you’ve won!
- INFORMAL TALKS: at the European Corner, researchers who are famous worldwide together with their families, will share their life experiences with us, exchanging ideas and opinions informally. Sit down and have a chat and find out all the secrets of the most talked about job of the moment!
Scientific Rings
The Researchers’ Duel
Don’t miss the most awaited debate of the moment: on September 23rd, some of the leading figures in research will fight it out in a verbal duel on the hottest topics in current affairs.
Famous figures, like Margherita Hack, will relate their life experiences to the public in the formidable presence of Federico Taddia as moderator. On this night, science has the floor.
A drink with researchers
The Knowledge Night
On September 23rd, come and meet the researchers and their families! This can be a great opportunity for you to have an informal chat with them! Meet these experts around Udine, have a drink and ask them what you’ve always wanted to know about the most debated profession. Introduce yourself, Research is anxious to meet you!
Start-cup
Let’s Start (Cup)
Start Cup is a local competition that involves university students, companies and businesspeople. The competition is about devising a real business plan by September 23rd. The winners will not only win a prize but will automatically go to the next stage: the “ Working Capital – National Prize for Innovation” Competition. After the prize-giving, come and meet local researchers who have started up successful businesses. The Night awards successful ideas.
